Kakori, Uttar Pradesh, India
A seasoned journalist with over 18 years of experience in print and digital media, with expertise in political reporting, governance, investigative stories, and multimedia journalism. Currently serving as Deputy News Editor at CNN News18, overseeing digital operations in Uttar Pradesh with a strong focus on politics, administration, and major state developments. Adept at newsroom leadership, multi-beat reporting, and mobile journalism, with a proven track record of impactful storytelling that blends depth, accuracy, and digital adaptability.
Leading state-wide digital coverage on politics, governance, law & order, and social issues Driving editorial strategy, supervising reporters, and ensuring impactful storytelling Delivering exclusive ground reports and investigative pieces Strengthening News18’s digital presence in Uttar Pradesh
Covered district administration, ASI, tourism, railways, and governance Led Mobile Journalism (MOJO) and digital video reporting initiatives Produced impactful stories on: Communal harmony Heritage neglect Political undercurrents Disaster reporting
Covered politically sensitive districts: Bareilly, Pilibhit, Badaun, Rampur, Shahjahanpur Reported extensively on: Communal clashes 2012 UP Assembly Elections Regional political dynamics
Covered administration, tourism, railways; led MOJO and digital reporting initiatives.
Managed Delhi NCR coverage and editorial planning.